Obverse © Photo taken & provided by logicpapa – Reverse © Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
Obverse © Photo taken & provided by logicpapa – Reverse © Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II Chimu Gold Beaker
1988 year| Gold (.500) | 2.07 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | British Virgin Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.500) |
| Weight | 2.07 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#147050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Chimu gold beaker above denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY DOLLARS
© FM 88
.500 FINE GOLD
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1988 British Virgin Islands $50 Elizabeth II (Chimu Gold Beaker) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Chimu culture, which was a pre-Inca civilization that flourished in Peru between 900 and 1400 AD. The coin's reverse side features an image of a gold beaker, which is a replica of a beaker found in the tomb of a Chimu ruler, and is surrounded by intricate designs and patterns that are characteristic of Chimu art. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into history and culture, and is a fascinating collector's item for anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of the ancient world.
